Thursday, December 12, 2019

Leaves of Gold

It was Sunday, and I was trying to think of something to keep Lilly busy. It was cloudy and raining off and on, but we decided to go over to the local park anyway. After checking out the sky, I grabbed my camera, and off we went.
Just a few sprinkles, nothing heavy. And the clouds make for a dramatic sky.

Lilly had a chance to play on the playground.

Then she saw this pretty tree and decided she wanted to stand under it and catch the leaves as they fall. It was a long wait!

This was a fun shot. I asked Lilly to ride her scooter in front of me as I held the shutter release down in "continuous shooting" mode.

After stopping for ice cream, we headed home. In Southern California, we don't get much in the way of fall colors, but the ginkgo trees on our street put on quite a show for a couple weeks every year.
  
This is Lilly's version of a "snow angel"!



Uh oh. This can't be good...
A direct hit!

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48 comments:

  1. Carol @Comfort Spring StationDecember 12, 2019 at 4:26 PM

    Lily is adorable - love her "leaf" angel. I was thinking (after seeing so many hikes in the desert posts) that there is a lot of color where you live like green grass and trees. Somehow I always think desert when I think of spare parts.

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  2. Marie SmithDecember 12, 2019 at 5:28 PM

    Great autumn shots. The skateboard photo is unique. I love it.

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  3. Liz A.December 12, 2019 at 5:54 PM

    Those ginko trees look amazing.

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  4. Juenieper/jeshDecember 12, 2019 at 5:56 PM

    She's a beautiful leaf angel! Guess she thought what's the difference; snow or leaves - they both are on the ground! I guess my grandfather needs some! That continuous motion is cool:)

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  5. The PadreDecember 12, 2019 at 8:04 PM

    Brother Man, Totally Dynamic - Such A Simple Post But These Photos Are Worth A Thousand Words - Well Done

    Cheers

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  6. Pisi PrklDecember 12, 2019 at 8:14 PM

    I like it all, very nice photography. No "sky doping" this time? Lovely golden leafs. The last shot is ABSOLUTELY fantastic!!! You must have good camera to make such photos. 😉

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    1. Spare Parts and PicsDecember 16, 2019 at 10:22 AM

      Ha ha, correct, all skies are natural for this post. Actually, I promise to call out any "fake"skies I might use in the future!

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  7. Lady FiDecember 12, 2019 at 10:30 PM

    Awww - fabulous shots!

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  8. JoyfulDecember 12, 2019 at 11:03 PM

    Awesome photos. I didn't know you got fall season where you live.

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  9. John "By Stargoose And Hanglands"December 12, 2019 at 11:09 PM

    Lots of fun to be had playing with fallen leaves - and photographing them.

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  10. Bill December 13, 2019 at 12:56 AM

    So much that's good in your life... Thanks for sharing your work and your joy.

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  11. Billy Blue EyesDecember 13, 2019 at 1:19 AM

    Those clouds look very dramtic and you both look like you had fun

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  12. AndyDecember 13, 2019 at 1:51 AM

    Beautiful photos. The autumn colours are spectacular.

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  13. JimDecember 13, 2019 at 2:22 AM

    Great colours.

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  14. AlanaDecember 13, 2019 at 3:32 AM

    I love the "continuous action" shot and - your playgrounds have play rock formations? That is so (for me) unique. Our ginkgos have brilliant yellow foliage - not sure why yours had red mixed in. P.S. Happy all your ginkgos seem to be male - if you ever see fruit mixed in by a female, you'll smell why your granddaughter may choose a different place to play! Have a great week.

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    1. Spare Parts and PicsDecember 16, 2019 at 10:02 AM

      Very true, Alana, and thanks for your comment. Our neighbor had a female that would fruit out every year. Not only was it messy and stinky, but people would come by from all over to collect the fruit (for their home-made ginkgo potions) and make a mess in the process. The city finally dug up the tree and replaced it with a male!

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  15. s.cDecember 13, 2019 at 3:38 AM

    Lovely shots.

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  16. eileeninmdDecember 13, 2019 at 4:02 AM

    Hello, the ginko trees are pretty. Looks like you and Lilly had a fun time at the park. Your scooter photo is neat and I love the leaf angel. Great post and beautiful photos. Enjoy your day, have a happy weekend!

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  17. thomasDecember 13, 2019 at 4:56 AM

    Wow! Truly golden

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  18. Nanda kumarDecember 13, 2019 at 6:18 AM

    magical scenes and lovely captures. Love the heavy clouds

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  19. jack69December 13, 2019 at 7:22 AM

    Lilly is such a beautiful happy child, probably spoiled a bit. You can make a cloudy day look good. Great job, not all of us have that "EYE". You seem to catch 'it' every time.
    Sherry & jack in Florida

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  20. CynthiaDecember 13, 2019 at 7:29 AM

    I like the California Girl version of a snow angel!

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  21. KathieDecember 13, 2019 at 9:14 AM

    Leaf Angels! I love it!

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  22. David M. Gascoigne,December 13, 2019 at 9:58 AM

    Huge hugs to Lilly, the cutest little girl in California. Kudos to the best grandpa too.

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  23. AnonymousDecember 13, 2019 at 10:09 AM

    I love these photos! The dramatic sky, the golden leaves, and the joy of a little girl. Perfect.

    Michelle
    http://mybijoulifeonline.com/

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  24. Mikael BergmanDecember 13, 2019 at 10:40 AM

    very beautiful autumn photos

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  25. AmyDecember 13, 2019 at 10:48 AM

    Leaves are a perfect playground for children, you got some good shots there and I never really thought about using continuous mode - good idea.

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  26. SchotzyDecember 13, 2019 at 1:00 PM

    So much drama for a bit of the wet stuff... the heavenlies love to show off apparently.. I love the scootering snaps of Lilly. Your snapshots can really be playful1 Have a great week!

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  27. LeaDecember 13, 2019 at 1:20 PM

    Beautiful Autumn color!
    Have a wonderful weekend!

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  28. Yogi♪♪♪December 13, 2019 at 2:10 PM

    I love your dramatic gray skies and the ginko “snow”

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  29. BillDecember 13, 2019 at 2:25 PM

    What great photos, super colourful leaves and a happy Lily having fun.

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  30. Small City ScenesDecember 13, 2019 at 8:08 PM

    That first shot is a true beauty. I do love Ginkgo trees. Solid Gold! Your shotgun partner is sure growing up.
    MB

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  31. DawnDecember 13, 2019 at 9:39 PM

    A granddaughter and a camera...what more do you need? <3

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  32. IndraniDecember 14, 2019 at 6:26 AM

    Such fun captures! Wonderful memories!
    Happy SWF!

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  33. carol l mckennaDecember 14, 2019 at 9:18 AM

    Lily is a cutie and what lovely photography of the leaves, sky and park ~ ^_^

    Happy Moments to You,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  34. Linda HensleyDecember 14, 2019 at 1:48 PM

    It looks like you had a great day whatever the weather. Love the leaf angel :)

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  35. KlaraDecember 14, 2019 at 2:20 PM

    awesome autumn colours and images. I like the scooter effect.

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  36. MellieDecember 15, 2019 at 5:52 AM

    Great photos! Looks like a fun day.

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  37. Kenneth Cole SchneiderDecember 15, 2019 at 1:19 PM

    So sweet! I liked the continuous shoot scene.

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  38. AngieDecember 16, 2019 at 7:35 AM

    This is the first time I have seen someone make a snow angel in leaves! A superb example of using the resources you have at hand! You made keeping Lilly busy look like a walk in the park - ha ha!

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  39. RevrunnerDecember 16, 2019 at 8:17 AM

    Wow!

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  40. LindaDecember 16, 2019 at 11:38 AM

    Wow that sky looks so ominous. I would be happy to send you some snow, LOL.

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  41. Sharon WagnerDecember 16, 2019 at 12:50 PM

    I would love an arch to play on! I'll have to settle for photographing them. I love the Southwest.

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  42. LindaDecember 16, 2019 at 9:36 PM

    Great shots! Thanks for sharing your fun with Lilly day.

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  43. Light and VoicesDecember 17, 2019 at 10:44 AM

    Cheers! Lily is a cutie pie. She threw leaves at you, made a snow angel, played at the park. I admire that you are making memories Lily won't ever forget. Awesome playing together with the camera around.

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  44. Sallie (FullTime-Life)December 17, 2019 at 3:28 PM

    I would way rather make Lilly’s version of a snow angel than the cold wet white stuff (and rather her version of a snowball fight too!)....you two had a great Sunday. Love the continuous shot too...how creative!

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  45. William KendallDecember 19, 2019 at 3:22 PM

    Wonderful shots!

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  46. italiafinlandiaDecember 20, 2019 at 1:51 PM

    Autumn colours are always so pretty!

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